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Kumarakom
A
voyage north of Alappuzha takes you to the rich green, sleepy little
village of Kumarakom on the Vembanad lake. An enchanting picnic
spot and a fast developing backwater tourism destination, Kumarakom
provides boating, fishing and sightseeing experiences that are
truly exhilarating. An exclusive attraction of this much sought
after backwater resort is the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. The Kumarakom
Bird Sanctuary is an ornithologist's paradise and a favourite haunt
of migratory birds like the Siberian stork, egret, darter, heron
and teal. A cruise along the Vembanad lake is the best way to view
the bird life.
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» Backwaters & Beaches
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Ladakh
Located in the Himalayan watershed, is a high altitude, mountainous desert. It
has beautiful wildflowers, a wide range of mountain animals, hundreds of species
of resident and migratory birds, and hospitable, hardy, cheerful and courteous
people. The people are an amalgam of the Tibetan, Balti, Dard and Aryan ethnic
strains. Isolated regions of Zanskar foster the non - Mongoloid Drogpa tribe.
In the Indus valley between Khalsi and Battalik and the Changpa nomadic shepherds
of the Eastern plains are some of the most attractive and fruitful subjects of
study.
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» Markha
Valley Trek
» Rumtse Tsomoriri
Trek
» Nubra Valley
Trek
» -|- Manali
to Leh Trek -|- Backwaters
of kerala
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Leh
The
main town of the region, is dominated by Sengge Namgyal's nine-storey Palace,
a building in the grand tradition of Tibetan architecture, said to have
inspired the famous Potala in Lhasa, which was built half a century later.
Above it, on Namgyal Tsemo, the peak overlooking the town, are the ruins
of the earliest royal residence at Leh, a fort built by King Tashi Namgyal
in the 16th century. The associated temples remain intact, but they are
kept locked except during the morning and evening hours when a monk toils
up the hills from Sankar Gompa to attend to the butter-lamps in front of
the images.
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Tour Packages that include Leh
» Markha
Valley Trek
» Rumtse Tsomoriri
Trek
» Nubra Valley
Trek
» -|- Manali
to Leh Trek -|- Backwaters
of kerala
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Madurai
Madurai,
probably over 2500 years old, is the oldest city in Tamil Nadu. Its origin
and name emerge from a misty and lovely legend. In a forest near a lotus
pond, Indra, King of Gods, Worshipped Lord Siva as a Swayambu Lingam. At
this hallowed spot, the Pandyan monarch Kulasekhara built a great temple
and clearing the forest, he created a lotus- shaped city around the temple.
On the day the city was to be named, Lord Siva appeared at the ceremony.
As he blessed the land and its people, divine nectar (Mathuram) was showered
on the city from his matted locks. The city was henceforth known as Madhurapuri.
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Mandawa
The
fort of Mandawa dominates the town and it is one of the earliest heritage
hotels in this area. The Gulab Rai Ladia and Saraf havelies will find something
to fascinate you and hold your interest. It is also known for the rustic,
carved wooden furniture and other items for your home. Quaint little wooden
things that belong to the late 19th century, or may be the early 20th century,can
be found all over this region.
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» North
India Rapid
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Mumbai
The
enigmatic city of Mumbai was a cluster of seven islands of Koli fishermen
who lived on the shores of the Arabian Sea and worshipped Mumbadevi. Hence,
the place got the name Mumbai. Mumbai was given by Portuguese as dowry
to Charles II of England when he married Catherine. The group of seven
island was leased to the East India Company who offered freedom of business
and religion to persons who came and settled here. Initially a few Parsis
and Gujarati came but soon a sizeable population began to thrive here.
This was way back in the 17th century. Today also Mumbai is a city of migrants.
People from all over the country have come and settled here. This gives
the society of Mumbai a multi-lingual and multi-cultural colour.
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» Ayurveda
Tours
» Backwaters & Beaches
» Wildlife
in North India
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Mussoorie
Mussoorie,
with its green hills and varied flora & fauna, is a fascinating hill
resort. Commanding a wonderful view of extensive Himalayan snow ranges
to the north-east, and glittering views of the Doon Valley, Roorkee, Saharanpur
and Haridwar to the south, the town presents a fairyland atmosphere to
the tourists. Its history dates back to 1827 when Captain Young, an adventurous
military officer, explored the present site and laid the foundation of
this holiday resort which now has few rivals. Musssoorie is famous for
its scenic beauty and hectic social life. It provides all kinds of amusement
and every facility for domestic and foreign tourists. Mussoorie is conveniently
connected by road to Delhi and other major cities and is the "Gateway" to
Yamunotri and Gangotri shrines of Northern India.
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» Har
Ki Doon Trek,
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